2009 Audi A3 vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 24.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
